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Now in full color! You can discover the science of cancer - with this newly revised, essential introduction to cancer biology and genetics. Here in one well-organized, reader-friendly volume, you'll find everything you must know about the biology underlying cancer and its treatment, supported by the latest peer-reviewed research. Written by preeminent oncology researchers and clinicians, the book highlights the full range of important oncology topics and takes you through the biological basis of current and future biological therapy as well as more traditional approaches to cancer treatment. Presented in full color, the Fifth Edition of The Basic Science of Oncology is thoroughly updated and refreshed to reflect the latest critical thinking in oncology. For graduate students, oncologists, residents, and fellows, there can be no more useful guide to the bedrock science and practice of oncology than this all-in-one reference. Features: the most current, evidence-based oncology primer - one that encapsulates the science of cancer causation, cancer biology, and cancer therapy; key insights into molecular and genetic aspects of cancer familiarize you with cancer biology as applied to prognosis and personalized cancer medicine; in-depth focus on the discovery, evaluation, and biology of anti-cancer drugs, immunotherapy, and molecularly-targeted agents; up-to-date coverage of the basic science of radiation therapy; specific chapters/sections on intratumor heterogeneity as it relates to potential new treatment strategies - including tumor microenvironment and metabolism, tumor stem cells, and genomic/proteomic heterogeneity; new! chapter essentials synthesize chapter content in a convenient list; and, new! color diagrams and schematics summarize important data.

Infectious Diseases - as only Harrison's can cover it. Featuring a superb compilation of chapters related to infectious diseases that appear in "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Eighteenth Edition", this concise, full-color clinical companion delivers the latest knowledge in the field backed by the scientific rigor and authority that have defined Harrison's. You will find content from renowned editors and contributors in a carry-anywhere presentation that is ideal for the classroom, clinic, ward, or exam/certification preparation. It features: current, complete coverage of need-to-know topics, including infections in organ systems, bacterial infections, viral infections, prion diseases, fungal infections, and protozoal infections; Addresses underlying epidemiologic, pathophysiologic, and genetic factors; important material on HIV infections and AIDS by Anthony S. Fauci and H. Clifford Lane; two image-based chapters comprise atlases valuable to clinical assessment: rashes associated with fever and blood smears of the various stages of the parasites causing malaria and babesiosis; integration of pathophysiology with clinical management. 121 high-yield questions and answers drawn from "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 18e"; content updates and new developments since the publication of "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e"; 132 chapters written by physicians who are recognized experts in the field of infectious diseases; and helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance.

Neurology - as only Harrison's can cover it. Featuring a superb compilation of chapters related to neurology that appear in "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Eighteenth Edition", this concise, full-color clinical companion delivers the latest knowledge in the field backed by the scientific rigor and authority that have defined Harrison's. You will find content from renowned editors and contributors in a carry-anywhere presentation that is ideal for the classroom, clinic, ward, or exam/certification preparation. Features: current, complete coverage of clinically important topics in neurology, including Clinical Manifestations of Neurologic Diseases, Diseases of the Nervous System, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Psychiatric Disorders, and Alcoholism and Drug Dependency; new chapters discuss the pathogenesis and treatment and syncope; dizziness and vertigo; peripheral neuropathy; neuropsychiatric problems among war veterans; and advances in deciphering the pathogenesis of common psychiatric disorders; integration of pathophysiology with clinical management; 118 high-yield questions and answers drawn from "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 18e"; content updates and new developments since the publication of "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e"; 58 chapters written by physicians who are recognized experts in the field of clinical neurology; and helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance.

Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine - as only Harrison's can cover it. Featuring a superb compilation of chapters related to pulmonary and critical care medicine that appear in "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Eighteenth Edition", this concise, full-color clinical companion delivers the latest knowledge in the field backed by the scientific rigor and authority that have defined Harrison's. You will find content from renowned editors and contributors in a carry-anywhere presentation that is ideal for the classroom, clinic, ward, or exam/certification preparation. It features: complete, current coverage of essential pulmonary and critical care medicine topics, including respiratory disorders, respiratory diseases, general approach to the critically ill patient, common critical illnesses and syndromes, and disorders complicating critical illnesses and their management; an important opening section "Diagnosis of Respiratory Disorders" that provides a systems overview, beginning with approach to the patient with disease of the respiratory system Integration of pathophysiology with clinical management; 140 high-yield questions and answers drawn from "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 18e"; content updates and new developments since the publication of "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e"; 43 chapters written by physicians who are recognized experts in the field of pulmonary and critical care medicine; helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance.

This is the first atlas of emergency diagnostic imaging that brings together every must-know radiographic method and technique. Includes nearly 1,500 clinical images! Whether it's a CT, MRI, ultrasound, or x-ray, this comprehensive, hands-on resource helps you read and understand any imaging study - and guides you step-by-step through the process of making a proper diagnosis based on radiographic results. The Atlas of Emergency Radiology is filled with diagnostic images for the full spectrum of acute conditions and emergencies. Filled with 1,484 figures that demonstrate clinical findings Concise text solidifies your grasp of clinical and imaging correlations and includes: radiographic summary; clinical implications; radiographic pearls; and unique, up-to-date chapter on pediatric problems reviews the full range of medical issues associated with children.

This is the best review of pulmonary physiology for the USMLE Step 1. For more than three decades, Pulmonary Physiology has provided medical students and residents with a solid background in the areas of pulmonary physiology essential for a thorough understanding of clinical medicine. Pulmonary Physiology, 8e teaches you how and why the human respiratory system works - in a style and presentation that makes it easy to absorb and integrate with your knowledge of other body systems. Every chapter includes learning objectives, summaries of key concepts, study questions, clinical examples, illustrations of essential concepts, and suggested readings. It provides detailed explanations of physiologic mechanisms and demonstrates how they apply to pathologic states. It helps you to understand the basic concepts of pulmonary physiology well enough to apply them with confidence to future patients. It delivers concise yet in-depth coverage of every important topic, including: Function and Structure of the Respiratory System; Mechanics of Breathing; Alveolar Ventilation; Blood Flow to the Lungs; Ventilation-Perfusion Relationships; Diffusion of Gases and Interpretation of Pulmonary Function Tests; Transport of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide in the Blood; Acid-Base Balance; Control of Breathing; Nonrespiratory Functions of the Lung; and The Respiratory System Under Stress, including exercise, altitude, diving, and sleep.

The drug guide that belongs in the pocket of every front-line EMS provider This is the first EMS pocket drug guide that contains the detailed information typically found only in much larger reference books. EMS Pocket Drug Guide is a true must-have for any level EMS provider from basic to advanced. Small enough to fit in a shirt pocket, it should always be with you for quick, reliable reference in the field. The detail you need without sacrificing ease of use Essential information on 1000 of the most commonly prescribed medications and more than 70 drugs most often used in the pre-hospital setting Drug-specific EMS pearls, including signs and symptoms of overdose and specific overdose management Sections on street drugs and medicinal herbs Quick field reference tables, including cardiac algorithms, weight conversion, and injury severity scores

Sharpen your critical thinking skills and prepare for real-world practice with orthopaedic surgery cases. Experience with clinical cases is key to excelling in your rotations and post-graduate training. Case Files: Orthopaedic Surgery gives you 45 true-to-life cases that illustrate concepts critical to managing common musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Each case includes a concise and accurate patient presentation, key exam findings, and clear radiologic images where applicable. Additionally, cases include in-depth discussions of the injury or condition represented, replete with evidence-based practice recommendations, basic procedural tips and techniques, and discussion of potential complications, pitfalls, and ultimate patient outcomes. Review questions and clinical pearls reinforce learning. You can learn from 45 high-yield cases, each with review questions. You can master key concepts with clinical pearls. You can polish your approach to clinical problems and think like a surgeon. It is perfect for students, orthopaedic interns, and residents who encounter orthopaedic conditions in daily practice.

Learn the essential principles of pharmacotherapy and how they apply to today's healthcare. "Pharmacotherapy Principles & Practice, Third Edition" uses a solid evidence-based approach to teach you how to design, implement, monitor, and evaluate medication therapy. This trusted text provides everything you need to gain an in-depth understanding of the principles essential optimal pharmacotherapy of disease. In order to be as clinically relevant as possible, the disease states and treatments discussed focus on disorders most often seen in clinical practice. Chapters were written or reviewed by pharmacists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physicians who are authorities in their fields. The book opens with an introductory chapter followed by chapters on pediatrics, geriatrics, and palliative care. The remainder of the text consists of ninety-eight disease-based chapters that review etiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, and clinical presentation, followed by therapeutic recommendations for drug selection, dosing, and patient monitoring.

A concise pocket reference that correlates drug information to specific disease states Acute Care Therapy: A Clinician's Guide facilitates evidence-based decision making for drug therapy. This carry-anywhere, quick-access guide assists the reader in understanding why a particular drug should be used to treat a specific internal medicine disease state. Features Disease-specific dosing information Clinical pearls discuss side effects, mechanisms of action, etc. Lists additional resources that direct the reader to available data providing more comprehensive information

The definitive guide to the use of mechanical ventilation in critically ill patients - now in full color and updated to reflect the latest advances "Principles & Practice of Mechanical Ventilation, 3E" provides comprehensive, authoritative coverage of all the clinical, pharmacological, and technical issues surrounding the use of mechanical ventilation. Editor Martin J. Tobin - past editor-in-chief of the "American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine" - has enlisted more than 100 authors, all of whom are at the forefront of research in their chosen subfield in order to provide the most authoritative and up-to-date information possible. No other text so thoroughly and comprehensively explores the myriad advances in modes and methodologies that have occurred in this ever-changing field as this cornerstone text. Features: each chapter has been extensively revised to reflect the latest research; a strong focus on the biomedical principles that govern ventilator management; expert insights from contributors in critical care, pulmonary medicine, anesthesiology, surgery, basic science, provide a unique multidisciplinary approach; 68 chapters that explore every important aspect of mechanical ventilation, including: Conventional and unconventional methods of ventilator support; Noninvasive methods of ventilator support; Unconventional methods of ventilator support; Physiologic effect of mechanical ventilation; Complications in ventilator supported patients; Weaning of ventilator-support; Management of the ventilator-supported patient; Adjunctive therapy, including fluid management, inhaled antibiotic therapy, and bronchodilator therapy; and, Ethics and economics. "Principles & Practice of Mechanical Ventilation, 3E" comprehensively covers the principles and practice of keeping patients alive through the use of mechanical ventilation, along with related pharmacological and technical issues.

A cardiac point-of-care guide based on the field's leading text, "Hurst's the Heart Manual of Cardiology, 13/e" provides a concise summary of the clinical content of "Hurst's the Heart, 13/e". Updated throughout, the book features a streamlined, quick-access presentation designed for use in urgent clinical situations. It features increased number of tables, illustrations, and summary visuals. It is completely updated to reflect new cardiovascular drugs and the latest US and European guidelines. It offers a streamlined presentation.

The definitive guide to trauma surgery-now in full color! The seventh edition, Trauma reaffirms its status as the leading comprehensive textbook in the field. With a new full-color design and a rich atlas of anatomic drawings and surgical approaches, "Trauma, 7e" takes you through the full range of injuries the trauma surgeon is likely to encounter. The book also features timely coverage that explains how to care for war victims who may require acute interventions such as amputation. Supported by numerous x-rays, CT scans, plus informative tables throughout, this trusted reference begins with an informative look at kinematics and the mechanisms of trauma injury. Subsequent chapters provide useful background information on the epidemiology of trauma; injury prevention; the basics of trauma systems, triage, and transport; and much more. The next section meticulously reviews generalized approaches to the trauma patient, from pre-hospital care and managing shock, to emergency department thoracotomy and the management of infections. Trauma then delivers a clear organ-by-organ survey of treatment protocols designed to help you respond to any critical care situation with confidence, no matter what body system is involved. The remaining sections of the book will help you successfully handle specific challenges in trauma - including alcohol and drug abuse, and combat-related wounds-in addition to post-traumatic complications such as multiple organ failure. Features: new! Trauma Atlas contains precise, concept-clarifying anatomical illustrations and proven surgical techniques that make common procedures more accessible than ever before; high-yield section on specific approaches to the trauma patient prepares you for the wide spectrum of cases in trauma/critical surgery care, including: disaster and mass casualty; Rural trauma; Management of shock; Post-injury hemotherapy and hemostasis; emergency department thoracotomy; diagnostic and interventional radiology; surgeon-performed ultrasound; anesthesia and pain management; infection; A-to-Z overview of the management of specific traumatic injuries; and detailed discussion of the management of complications.

More than 1,600 high-quality clinical images facilitate fast, accurate visual diagnosis in pediatric emergencies. "The Atlas of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, 2E" gives you rapid access to the visual cues, diagnostic signs and symptoms, and acute treatment for all pediatric emergencies. The Editors and Contributors have compiled an extraordinary collection of their best clinical photographs and imaging studies and combined them with concise, logically organized text. Features: more than 1,600 top-quality clinical photographs and imaging; content that spans infancy through adolescence; comprehensive coverage of disorders organized by body systems, including trauma; and, a consistent presentation provides immediate access to clinical features, differential diagnosis, treatment and disposition, and clinical pearls.

The only pocket manual derived from "Williams Obstetrics, 23e", the field's most trusted text - completely updated and now in full colour "Williams Manual of Pregnancy Complications, 23e" is a carry-anywhere, condensed guide to the Williams protocols for diagnosis and management of complications and illnesses during pregnancy. Reflecting the rigorously referenced, evidence-based approach of the parent text, the manual delivers essential information on: prenatal screening; mediation use in pregnancy; hypertension disorders in pregnancy; pain management dosages; procedures for complicated labor and delivery, hemoglobinopathies, and more! Thoroughly cross-referenced to "Williams Obstetrics, 23e" for the latest literature citations, this edition is enhanced by a new full-color presentation, more tables and algorithms, and an increased emphasis on diagnosis and treatment. There is no faster or more efficient way to access the key facts, diagnostic tools, and treatment guidelines found in "Williams Obstetrics, 23e" than this authoritative, streamlined sourcebook.

Excel in your neurology clerkship and on the USMLE Step 2 CK Sixty high-yield cases! You need exposure to cases to pass the USMLE and shelf exams and that's exactly what this innovative resource offers. Written by experienced educators, "Case Files: Neurology, 2e" helps you think through diagnosis and management when confronting neurological clinical problems. Sixty high-yield clinical cases focus on the core competencies for the neurology clerkship. Each case includes an extended discussion, definitions of key terms, clinical pearls, and USMLE-format review questions. It's an interactive learning system that helps you learn instead of just memorize. Featuring: 60 neurology cases with complete discussions and review Q&A Clinical pearls highlight key points; primer on how to approach the patient; helps you learn in the context of real patients; and updated to reflect the most recent clerkship guidelines and changes to the core curriculum.

Introducing the definitive gynecologic oncology reference and surgical atlas - in one essential text, "Gynecologic Oncology: Clinical Practice and Surgical Atlas" brings together a skill-sharpening reference and full-color atlas to deliver an unmatched introduction to the field. As the most comprehensive, evidence-based gynecologic oncology resource available, this all-in-one resource offers high-yield coverage of the discipline's underlying principles and proven management strategies. Each topic is written by experts and is presented in an easily accessible, consistent presentation that highlights clinical practice guidelines, along with the diagnosis and treatment of specific malignancies. This authoritative coverage is reinforced by the state-of-the-art surgical atlas, which offers a richly illustrated, overview of essential procedures designed to build your knowledge and confidence. This title features a consistent, streamlined presentation for each disease that consists of: Epidemiology, Pathology, Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis, Staging, Treatment, Survival, Key management strategies. It offers thorough examination of basic gynecological oncology topics, including epidemiology, clinical trial design, biostatistics, genetics and biology of gynecologic cancers, and diagnostic modalities. It is instructive; A-to-Z coverage of disease sites - from cervical cancer and gestational trophoblastic disease, to epithelial ovarian cancers and breast cancer and emphasizes evidence-based practice guidelines and critical supporting data. It offers in-depth, hands-on look at clinical management topics. It provides an up-to-date survey of perioperative and critical care; the principles of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and immunotherapies; and, quality of care and quality of life. It features full-color design filled with more than 600 figures, tables, algorithms, color photos, and illustrations. Key points helpfully review the main topics to be covered in specific chapters, while chapter conclusions offer convenient summaries of each chapter's core concepts. Chapter-ending references underscore the book's evidence-based approach.

A regional and functional approach to learning human neuroanatomy New full-color images Neuroanatomy:Text and Atlas covers neuroanatomy from both a functional and regional perspective to provide an understanding of how the components of the central nervous system work together to sense the world around us, regulate body systems, and produce behavior. This trusted text thoroughly covers the sensory, motor, and integrative skills of the brains and presents an overview of the function in relation to structure and the locations of the major pathways and neuronal integrative regions. Neuroanatomy:Text and Atlas also teaches you how to interpret the new wealth of human brain images by developing an understanding of the anatomical localization of brain function. The authoritative core content of myelin-stained histological sections is enhanced by informative line illustrations, angiography, and brain views produced by MRI, and other imaging technologies. NEW to this edition: Revised and updated to reflect advances in clinical neuroanatomy and neural science Full-color illustrations have been added to enrich the text Chapters begin with a clinical case to illustrate the connections and functions of the key material Chapters end with a series of multiple-choice review questions Features and Benefits: Increases knowledge of the regional and functional organization of the spinal cord and brain, one system at a time Provides thorough coverage of the sensory, motor, and integrative systems of the brain, together with cerebral vasculature Promotes understanding of the complex details of neuroanatomy needed for accurate interpretation of radiological image Comprehensive atlas provides key views of the surface anatomy of the central nervous systems and photographs of myelin-stained sections in three anatomical planes Includes learning aids such as clinical topics, boxes, chapter summaries, and a Glossary of key terms and structures

This is a quick reference guide to the selection and interpretation of more than 450 commonly used diagnostic tests. It covers: basic principles of diagnostic testing, common blood, urine and cerebrospinal fluid laboratory tests, therapeutic drug monitoring, microbiologic test selection and interpretation and diagnostic imaging tests by body system, electrocardiography, and differential diagnosis tables & algorithms; and tests used in internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery, neurology and obstetrics and gynecology. It includes: costs and risks of diagnostic tests; evidence-based information; diseases associated with abnormal test results, including test sensitivities; full literature citations with PubMed (PMID) numbers included for each reference; more than 24 NEW clinical laboratory test entries, 6 NEW differential diagnosis tables; 5 NEW diagnostic algorithms; and, NEW sections on point-of-care testing, provider-performed microscopy, pharmacogenetic testing, and diagnostic echocardiography.

This is a complete guide to every aspect of interventional nephrology - an essential text for students, residents, fellows, and clinicians. This timely resource examines all relevant aspects of interventional nephrology, from the history of nephrology to the principles governing the latest vascular access techniques. Heavily illustrated with full-color procedural drawings and featuring an easy-to-follow design, the book includes contributions from many leading authorities in the field whose insights combine to form an unprecedented, clinically rigorous survey of interventional nephrology. "Interventional Nephrology" opens with an instructive look at the origins of hemodialysis access; an overview of the history of interventional nephrology in the U.S. and abroad; and, clinically relevant coverage of vascular access outcomes. The high-yield coverage continues with a probing assessment of ethics, public policy, and practice guidelines, illuminating such pivotal topics as industry partnerships and conflicts of interest. The principles that support interventional nephrology techniques are also extensively reviewed, encompassing everything from vascular mapping to peritoneal dialysis catheter removal, while the following section delves into the key surgical aspects of vascular access. Finally, the book provides useful perspectives on how political and policy affairs impact current practice. It is illustrated with precise full-color drawings and radiographs that highlight both normal and vascular anatomy and clarify the management of vascular access problems. It features streamlined design and helpful pedagogy, including chapter-opening learning objectives, numerous tables, and concept-clarifying figures. It offers complete overview of the core principles underlying interventional nephrology practice and techniques, covering vascular mapping, monitoring and surveillance of arteriovenous access, venous angioplasty, tunneled catheters, renal ultrasonography, and much more. It provides discussion of vascular access in special populations and the role of pharmacologic agents in preserving vascular access provides evidence-based insights that are pertinent to the everyday practice of interventional nephrology. It lays in-depth emphasis on the surgical aspects of vascular access reviews sites, types, and creation of arteriovenous fistulae; secondary arteriovenous fistula; and, surgical options for vascular anomalies. It provides forward-thinking coverage of basic and translational science considers future directions in vascular access science; flow dynamics, maturity, and access failure; neointimal hyperplasia; pharmacologic prevention of access dysfunction; and, device innovation.